Review of The Devil Rides Out (1968) by Ian J — 10 Nov 2007

What a romp - Hamer + Wheatley = inspiration.

This review of The Devil Rides Out (1968) was written by Ian J on 10 Nov 2007.

The Devil Rides Out has generally received positive reviews.

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By Richard D (1,732) on 31 Jan 2011

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With Fisher, arguably the auteur of Hammer Studios, behind the camera, and one of its top stars in front of it, the film works on all levels…

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I love Christopher Lee and in my opinion this is one of his best performances. Please put this movie out on dvd…

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Is Dennis Wheatley the Alistair Maclean of horror…

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